Taking a bow (wow)... the tiny dog that can walk on its front paws

MOST dogs enjoying “walkies” have all four paws on the ground...but this cute pet prefers something rather more showy.

Jiff the Pomeranian has earned a place in the 60th anniversary edition of the Guinness World Records[KEVIN SCOTT RAMOS/GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS]

Jiff, a four-year-old Pomeranian, has just been named the fastest dog in the world on two legs.

The title was awarded by Guinness World Records after he demonstrated he can walk for 10 yards on his hind legs in 6.56 seconds. Five yards on just his front paws takes 7.76 seconds.

Jiff beat the existing record of 10 seconds for both front and back in his first attempt to secure a place in the book, which publishes its latest edition next month.

Craig Glenday, editor-in-chief of Guinness World Records, said: “When Jiff first walked into our offices, we weren’t even sure he was real. He looks like a living cuddly toy. He might be tiny but he’s got a huge personality, and his talents can’t be doubted.”

He might be tiny but he’s got a huge personality, and his talents can’t be doubted

Craig Glenday, editor-in-chief of Guinness World Records

Jiff, who lives in Los Angeles, can also bow, shake hands, ride a skateboard and even stamp his autograph. He is a huge hit with the public, gaining legions of followers on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

The talented pet has appeared in a range of TV commercials as well as in singer Katy Perry’s music video for Dark Horse.

He lists his profession as “actor/model” on his website, but although he enjoys the celebrity life, his owners prefer to remain anonymous.